Vulnerability Description
Veritas Volume Manager creates a world writable .server_pids file, which allows local users to add arbitrary commands into the file, which is then executed by the vmsa_server script.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Symantec Veritas | Volume Manager | 3.0.2 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-06/0151.htmlExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://seer.support.veritas.com/tnotes/volumeman/230053.htm
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1356ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-06/0151.htmlExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://seer.support.veritas.com/tnotes/volumeman/230053.htm
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1356ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2000-0494?
CVE-2000-0494 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Veritas Volume Manager creates a world writable .server_pids file, which allows local users to add arbitrary commands into the file, which is then executed by the vmsa_server script.
How severe is CVE-2000-0494?
CVE-2000-0494 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2000-0494?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Symantec Veritas Volume Manager.